Factors affecting demand for credit in Uganda
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2010
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Kampala International University
Abstract
This study was based on Uganda National Household Survey (UNHS) 2005/6 data set collected by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics. Relevant data sets were extracted and merged in stata. The underlying objective is to analyse the factors that affect household demand for credit. The aim is provide an in depth understanding of the individual, household and locational characteristics, not only because they affect demand for credit but also due to the fact that the potential lenders are likely to base their assessment of credit worthiness on such characteristics. The study covered the whole country covering 7426 households. Factors considered important in determining demand for credit were considered, these included individual characteristics, household characteristics and location characteristics.
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Demand for credit, Uganda